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Support for Introducing Solid Foods

Are you wandering if your baby is ready to begin eating solid foods?

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Your baby is ready to start solids foods at about age 6 months

Your Breastmilk will start to deplete in iron stores at about 6 months, this is why infants are ready for solids at about age 6 months.

  • Your is developmentally ready for solids.

    Having a strong torso and being able to sit up in a high chair with some support is an indication that your baby is ready to sit up and eat solids.

  • Less gag reflex

    Your baby’s gag reflex is less they can move food from the fount to the back of their mouth and swallow it.

  • Hands to mouth

    Baby’s who are bringing their hands to their mouth is a positive sign they are getting ready for solids.

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Introducing Solids: Personalized Guidance for a Confident Start

Starting solid foods is an exciting milestone—but it often comes with just as many questions as bottles and breastfeeding did. “Is my baby really ready?” “What do I start with?” “How do I keep breastfeeding while offering solids?”

At Feed and Thrive, we provide one-on-one support to help you navigate this transition with confidence. Whether you’re unsure about timing, worried about choking, or wondering how to combine breastfeeding and solids, Maxine is here to guide you with care that’s grounded in both evidence and experience.

We’ll talk through your baby’s developmental readiness—like head control, ability to sit with support, reduced tongue thrust reflex, and increased interest in food. You’ll also get guidance on how to start solids in a way that supports your baby’s nutritional needs, including their need for iron around 6 months of age.

Whether you’re interested in baby-led weaning, spoon-feeding, or a flexible mix, this session gives you a clear, personalized path forward that aligns with your feeding goals. Most of all, you’ll walk away feeling reassured that you’re doing what’s right for your baby—and not just what the internet says.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Support for Introducing Solid Foods

We know feeding can come with a lot of questions—and sometimes, a lot of noise. Below you’ll find answers to some of the most common concerns families have about Support for Introducing Solid Foods.

If you don’t see your question listed, we’re always happy to chat during a session or in a free meet and greet.

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Most babies are ready around 6 months of age when they show signs like sitting up with support, good head control, reduced tongue thrust, and interest in food. We’ll help you recognize these signs and know how to respond confidently.

Solid food is meant to complement—not replace—breastfeeding in the first year. We’ll guide you through timing, portions, and feeding rhythms so your baby continues to get the full benefits of breastmilk while exploring new foods.

We’ll walk through age-appropriate first foods, iron-rich choices, and how to introduce common allergens safely. This is tailored to your baby’s needs, culture, and your comfort level.